Committee clears bill to extend workers' compensation to volunteers injured while fundraising, 25‑1 House Local Government Committee voted 25‑1 to report HB20‑87, which would amend the Workers' Compensation Act to cover volunteer firefighters, EMTs and rescue squad members injured while organizing or engaging in fundraising activities; social members are excluded.

A groundbreaking bill has just passed that could finally provide workers' compensation for volunteer firefighters and EMTs injured while fundraising!

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Board Approves Adjustments to Huntsville Schools Volunteer Program and Per Diem Rates Huntsville Board of Education enhances volunteer vetting and updates per diem rates for staff.

Madison County Schools are taking community involvement to the next level, tackling volunteer vetting challenges while ensuring a safe environment for students!

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North Dakota Representative Porter seeks clarity on ambulance service reimbursement issues Porter discusses disparities in ambulance reimbursement rates at North Dakota legislative meeting

North Dakota's ambulance services are facing a financial crisis, with costs skyrocketing while reimbursement rates lag far behind—what's being done to fix this?

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School District Enhances Safety with Updated Background Check Policies for Field Trips District implements new measures for volunteer background checks to protect student safety.

Grain Valley Schools are stepping up student safety with a new Raptor system and stricter background checks for volunteers—ensuring peace of mind for parents and a secure environment for kids.

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School District Implements New Volunteer Screening System for Enhanced Safety Measures School district announces rollout of volunteer background check app for improved student safety.

Madison County Schools is set to revolutionize volunteer safety with a new mobile app that streamlines background checks and approval processes for a safer school environment!

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City Council debates youth safety policies for community events and volunteer activities Council members discuss implementing safety policies for youth at city events.

Keizer's council is taking bold steps to ensure the safety of youth at city events by proposing new policies for adult supervision and volunteer checks.

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County Commissioners Debate Blanket Background Checks for Volunteer Boards Commissioners express mixed views on implementing background checks for volunteer positions.

The Ottawa County Appointment & Alignment Committee is torn over the necessity of blanket background checks for volunteers, sparking a heated debate about trust and community safety.

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